5 things to do in Fayetteville, NC — Friday, September 4, 2026

1. Family Story Time: Ribbit and Read

   Community at Headquarters Library, starting 10 a.m.

   Story time for ages 0-5. Story time includes reading stories, creative storytelling, music and movement and more. Please note that this program is appropriate for sensory seekers. This week's theme is frogs. For more in…

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2. 2026 Cumberland County Fair

   Live music in Fayetteville.

   Climb aboard The Agricultural Express as the 2026 Cumberland County Fair rolls into the Crown Complex! Celebrate Cumberland County’s rich agricultural heritage while enjoying ten days of family fun,

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3. Celebration of Sapphire: Mail Art from Around the World

   On the calendar in Fayetteville.

   This global exhibition showcases the unique, intimate, and democratic medium of mail art from worldwide contributors. Curators: Penny Weaver & Michelle Davis Petelinz Gallery Hours: Mon - Thurs |

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4. Family Fishing Workshop

   Outdoors in Fayetteville.

   🎣 Family Fishing Fun Starts Here! 🎣 Join Our Beginner-Friendly, Hands-On Fishing Workshop! Looking for an unforgettable outdoor experience the whole family will enjoy? Our Family Fishing Workshop is

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5. Methodist University Football vs Shenandoah University

   Family-friendly in Fayetteville.

   Methodist University Football at Monarch Stadium on MU campus!

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Sources

• Official city, county and parks department calendars — Government event calendars for each covered market
• Public library event calendars — Library programming published by local systems
• Convention and visitors bureau calendars — Destination-marketing organizations for each city